What is the cheapest way to get from Leith to Cowdenbeath?

The cheapest way to get from Leith to Cowdenbeath is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 31 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Leith to Cowdenbeath?

The fastest way to get from Leith to Cowdenbeath is to drive which takes 31 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Leith and Cowdenbeath?

No, there is no direct bus from Leith station to Cowdenbeath station. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Railway Station via Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 57 min.

Is there a direct train between Leith and Cowdenbeath?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Cowdenbeath. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 44 min.

How far is it from Leith to Cowdenbeath?

The distance between Leith and Cowdenbeath is 22 miles. The road distance is 21.4 miles.

How do I travel from Leith to Cowdenbeath without a car?

The best way to get from Leith to Cowdenbeath without a car is to train which takes 44 min and costs £9 - £10.

How long does it take to get from Leith to Cowdenbeath?

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cowdenbeath takes 44 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Leith to Cowdenbeath bus from?

Leith to Cowdenbeath bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leith to Cowdenbeath train from?

Leith to Cowdenbeath train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Leith to Cowdenbeath?

The best way to get from Leith to Cowdenbeath is to train which takes 44 min and costs £9 - £10. Alternatively, you can bus and line 19 bus, which costs £6 - £10 and takes 57 min.

Where does the Leith to Cowdenbeath bus arrive?

Leith to Cowdenbeath bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Park & Ride station.

Where does the Leith to Cowdenbeath train arrive?

Leith to Cowdenbeath train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Cowdenbeath station.

Can I drive from Leith to Cowdenbeath?

Yes, the driving distance between Leith to Cowdenbeath is 21 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Leith to Cowdenbeath.

How do I get a train ticket from Leith to Cowdenbeath?

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Leith to Cowdenbeath - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 19 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Leith to Cowdenbeath by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to CowdenbeathEdinburgh - Cowdenbeath / ...
44 min
£9–10
Drive 21.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Leith to Cowdenbeath21.3 mi
31 min
£6–8
Bus, line 19 bus
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Park & RideM92 / ...
2. Take the bus from Park & Ride to Railway Station19 / ...
57 min
£7–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Leith to Cowdenbeath21.3 mi
31 min
£65–80
Bus, line 19 bus via Park & Ride Arrival Bay
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Park & Ride Arrival BayX61 / ...
2. Take the bus from Park & Ride to Railway Station19 / ...
1h 4m
£6–8

Leith to Cowdenbeath by train

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Distance: 21.9 mi
Duration: 44 min

What companies run services between Leith, Scotland and Cowdenbeath, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cowdenbeath hourly. Tickets cost £9–10 and the journey takes 44 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Railway Station via Park & Ride in around 57 min.

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